Travelers at the historic Palmer House are in the heart of Chicago, close to top attractions. The hotel offers spa treatments, an indoor pool, and a 24-hour health club for relaxation. Guests can enjoy coffee at the café or American cuisine at Lockwood Lobby Bar.
Located near the beach, Palmer House a Hilton Hotel is in Downtown Chicago, a walkable area in Chicago with great shopping. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include Cloud Gate and 875 North Michigan Avenue. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at McCormick Place. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Chicago travel guide
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL, 60603
What's nearby
Millennium Park
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Michigan Avenue
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Art Institute of Chicago
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Cloud Gate
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Chicago Theatre
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Getting around
Monroe Station (Red Line)
1 min walk
Millennium Station
7 min walk
Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
38 min drive
Restaurants
Miller's Pub
3 min walk
Palmer House Hilton Executive Floor Lounge
3 min walk
Pizano's Pizza & Pasta
3 min walk
Capital One Café
1 min walk
Jimmy's Gyros & Grill
3 min walk
About this property
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel
Luxury upscale hotel near Millennium Park
Located close to Cloud Gate and Art Institute of Chicago, Palmer House a Hilton Hotel provides shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a facial, a body scrub and a body wrap at the on-site spa. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Lockwood Lobby Bar, features happy hour. Guests can also expect to find a bar, a 24-hour health club and a business centre.
You'll also find perks such as:
An indoor pool
Limo/town car service, breakfast (surcharge) and bike hire
Valet parking (surcharge), an electric car charging station and express check-out
Express check-in, a banquet hall and multilingual staff
Guest reviews say great things about the central location and helpful staff
Room features
All 1641 rooms boast comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks such as desk chairs and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
37-inch TVs with premium channels
Video game consoles, daily housekeeping and desks
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Historic Hotels of America.
Available in all rooms: Internet access (surcharge)
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
Limo/town car service
Covered parking on site (USD 57 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Covered valet parking on site (USD 85 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site valet and self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Breakfast to-go available for a fee 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to noon on weekends; USD 15 to 30 per person
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A restaurant
Restaurants on site
Lockwood Express
Lockwood Lobby Bar
Lockwood Restaurant
Potter's Bar
Things to do
24-hour health club
Bicycle rentals
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Shopping
Family friendly
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator on request
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Lockers
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Business services
77 meeting rooms
Business centre
Conference centre (130,000 square foot of space)
Coworking space
Full-service spa
12 treatment rooms
Body scrubs
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hydrotherapy
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Spa open daily
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests are recommended to download the property's Hilton Honors mobile app before check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Up to 34 kg per pet
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 17 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 55 per stay.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Resort fee: USD 25 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Additional inclusions
Internet access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 15 to 30 per person
Covered self-parking fee: USD 57 per night (in/out privileges)
Valet parking fee: USD 85 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are exempt from fees
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Refrigerator fee: USD 40 per stay
Rollaway bed fee: USD 55 per stay
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton)
We should mention
Pool access available from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa, and guests under 18 years old are only allowed with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Palmer House a Hilton Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 5:30 AM to 9:00 PM.
How much does it cost to stay at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel on 5 Apr 2026 start from HK$1,052, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Palmer House a Hilton Hotel pet-friendly?
Yes, this hotel allows pets with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.
How much is parking at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Self-parking is available for USD 57 per night. Valet parking is available for USD 85 per night.
What time is check-in at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at Palmer House a Hilton Hotel?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Palmer House a Hilton Hotel located?
Located in Downtown Chicago, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Cloud Gate. Chicago Theatre and Willis Tower are also within 15 minutes. Monroe Station (Red Line) is only a 2-minute walk and Monroe Station (Blue Line) is 2 minutes.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Palmer House a Hilton Hotel Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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What stood out from Palmers house hotel for me was how spacious the rooms were! I got a 2 bed for 4 guests and we all fit perfectly with luggage and all , everyone accommodated easily :)
Loved my stay at the Palmer House, great location just a couple blocks from Millennium Park. The room was clean and the service was good. Overall, a pleasant stay:)
The hotel is stunning and the staff were friendly and went out of their way to make our stay pleasant! Can’t wait to come back!
Emily
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
10/10 Excellent
Megan
3 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was great, we stayed for three nights right before Christmas, the lobby was beautiful, all the staff were friendly and helpful. The gym was standout, fully equipped and spacious, spread across two levels. Very good experience, would stay again!
Clean rooms, extremely friendly staff, onsite Starbucks, Lockwood restaurant was amazing, beautiful gathering area in the lounge. Close to all the Christmas must do’s. Decorated so so beautifully for Christmas!